Discover the profound narrative of struggle and resilience in 'Until Justice Be Done,' a compelling exploration of the fight for freedom during the tumultuous pre-Civil War era. With its gripping historical insights, this book reveals the challenges faced by African Americans amid the oppressive black codes of the early 1800s. Starting in 1803, brave advocates emerged to challenge the racist restrictions that aimed to limit the rights of free black individuals. This groundbreaking history by Kate Masur intricately details their relentless efforts in state legislatures, Congress, and courts, showcasing their determination to secure equal rights as promised by the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Dive into the pages of 'Until Justice Be Done,' where Masur illustrates the evolution of a biracial movement that fought against local laws imprisoning free blacks, ultimately influencing landmark legislation such as the Civil Rights Act and the Fourteenth Amendment after the Civil War. Perfect for history buffs, students, and anyone interested in the crucial narratives of civil rights, this brand new edition published by W W Norton & Company in 2021 spans 480 pages of essential reading. Don't miss the chance to gain deeper understanding of this pivotal moment in American history. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781324005933
Year: 2021
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 480


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The half century before the Civil War was beset with conflict over freedom as well as slavery: what were the arrangements of free society, especially for African Americans? Beginning in 1803, many free states enacted black codes that discouraged the settlement and restricted the basic rights of free black people. But claiming the equal-rights promises of the Declaration and the Constitution, a biracial movement arose to fight these racist state laws.


Kate Masur's magisterial history delivers this pathbreaking movement in vivid detail. Its advocates battled in state legislatures, Congress, and the courts, and through petitioning, party politics and elections. They visited slave states to challenge local laws that imprisoned free blacks and sold them into slavery. Despite immovable white majorities and unfavorable court decisions, their vision became increasingly mainstream. After the Civil War, their arguments shaped the Civil Rights Act and the Fourteenth Amendment, the pillars of our second founding.